Each year, as part of our commitment to fighting pediatric cancer, one of the core pillars of our Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation’s promise to the community, we introduce a new class of pediatric heroes. Together, with the help of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, we create memorable experiences and opportunities each season for those taking on a much more difficult battle.

2023-24 HEROES

CBJ Flashes of Hope 2023

Pediatric cancer heroes form quick bond with CBJ players

Maximus (Max) B., age 8

Favorite movie/TV show: Thor: Ragnarok
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite subject in school: Gym
Favorite food: Cheeseburgers
If I had a superpower, it would be: Telekinesis

Gavin M., age 9

Favorite movie/TV show: Rookie of the Year
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite subject in school: Math
Favorite food: Bacon
If I had a superpower, it would be: Super speed

Levi N., age 12

Favorite movie/TV show: Ninja Turtles
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite subject in school: History & Science
Favorite food: Chicken
If I had a superpower, it would be: Teleportation

Kira O., age 11

Favorite movie/TV show: Alvin and the Chipmunks
Favorite color: Baby Blue
Favorite subject in school: Math
Favorite food: Pizza
If I had a superpower, it would be: Shapeshifting

Brandon R., age 13

Favorite movie/TV show: Ted Lasso
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite subject in school: Science
Favorite food: Wings
If I had a superpower, it would be: Super speed

Riley S., age 8

Favorite movie/TV show: Little Mermaid
Favorite color: Pink & gold
Favorite subject in school: Math
Favorite food: French fries
If I had a superpower, it would be: Super speed

Cooper S., age 10

Favorite movie/TV show: Baking shows, American Ninja Warrior, Home Alone, any Avenger movie
Favorite color: Hot pink & blue
Favorite subject in school: Math
Favorite food: Pizza & hamburgers
If I had a superpower, it would be: Super speed & invisibility

2022-23 HEROES

The CannonBall puts spotlight on pediatric cancer heroes

2023 CBJ Foundation Heroes

Hero Lila Urbanic performs Anthem

2019-20 HEROES

CBJ Introduces Heroes

The Columbus Blue Jackets starters were joined on the ice by our CBJ Heroes, who we support in their fight against cancer.